October

October 18, 2017

October 18, 2017 - [DETROIT] - Guests at the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy’s popular Harvestfest Detroit celebration on October 21 will get a special preview of the Dequindre Cut Freight Yard, a retail and entertainment gathering space comprising nine repurposed shipping...

October 16, 2017

October 16, 2017 -[DETROIT] -You can read the newest edition of the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy’s newsletter online now! The quarterly publication features construction news, in-the-know stories, updates, a calendar, photos and more about the exciting happenings on the dynamic...

October 18, 2016

The Campbell Memorial Terrace along the Dequindre Cut is nearing completion. With the custom-designed canopy that shades the stage and the curved concrete seating walls in place, crews are installing decorative landscaping throughout the outdoor performance space. The Terrace was...

October 18, 2016

The process of connecting the RiverWalk from Stroh River Place to Chene Park East is underway. A Construction Manager has been selected for the project, and work is slated to begin this fall.
The project consists of installing a pedestrian bridge and amenities such as stainless...

October 18, 2016

The 20 buildings comprising Phase One of the Orleans Landing project are now enclosed and interior framing is complete. Additionally, appliances are being placed in many units.
The primary focus during the fall months will be completing interior finishes, which includes painting the...

September

September 28, 2017

RFP released for two new food and beverage opportunities in the next Detroit riverfront development project
September 28, 2017 [DETROIT] – The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) today seeking a master tenant that will provide Atwater Beach, the much-...

August

August 11, 2017

August 11, 2017 [DETROIT] - A children’s book by local author Ruth Cain that is being published posthumously will make its debut Friday, August 11 at Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront (R3) as the popular program brings another successful season to a close. It’s the first time...

July

July 10, 2017

July 10, 2017 -[DETROIT] -A $345,000 grant from the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation will be used by the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy to fund a design competition that will help transform West Riverfront Park into a world-class gathering place for Detroiters and visitors alike.
“...

July 5, 2017

July 5, 2017 -[DETROIT] -The Dequindre Cut will be filled with the sounds of some of Metro Detroit’s most talented entertainers this summer and fall as the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy kicks off its Campbell Terrace Performance Series with regularly scheduled programming...

April

April 13, 2017

April 12, 2017 [DETROIT] - We need your help!
The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy is in the running for “A Community Thrives” grant from the USA Today Network. Vote today, tomorrow and everyday through May 12 for our Atwater Beach Project by clicking here or below!
The Atwater...

March

March 2, 2017

“A RIVERFRONT FOR ALL: EQUITABLE, INCLUSIVE, AND ACCESSIBLE”
March 1, 2017 [DETROIT] – Officials from the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy (DRFC), the City of Detroit Planning & Development Department (PDD) and the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC) announced the details...

February

February 6, 2017

February 6, 2017 [DETROIT] - The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy is looking for applications from local individuals and organizations interested in performing at the Campbell Terrace, the small-scale outdoor performance space that opened last October along the Dequindre Cut.
Through...

December

December 8, 2016

December 7, 2016 [DETROIT] - Fans of Public Art along the RiverWalk will be able to enjoy two installations a little longer thanks to the efforts of the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy’s Public Art Committee.
The Committee successfully negotiated extensions for Ray Katz’s Sphere and...

December 8, 2016

December 8, 2017 [DETROIT] - As a four-season destination, the Detroit Riverfront has something for everyone. It is a destination that provides visitors with the chance to embrace the snow and cold weather while enjoying the beauty of nature and getting some exercise outdoors.
The...

December 8, 2016

December 8, 2016 [Detroit] - The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy and the McGregor Fund celebrated the opening of the C. David Campbell Memorial Terrace on Thursday, October 13 with an event that drew more than 200 guests.
The event was attended by Conservancy Board members, McGregor...

December 8, 2016

December 8, 2017 [DETROIT] - The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy’s robust programming schedule continued well into the fall with several events.
The Conservancy participated in the inaugural “Open Streets Detroit” initiative on September 25 and October 2, which was made possible by...

December 8, 2016

STROH RIVER PLACE
Work to connect the RiverWalk from Stroh River Place to Chene Park East will begin this month.
The project will include a pedestrian bridge, site furniture, new lighting, security cameras and colorful landscaping.
All work on this important piece of riverfront...

December 8, 2016

December 7, 2016 [Detroit]- This past year, the mission of the Conservancy was advanced in many memorable ways:
More than 300,000 people participated in Conservancy programs along the riverfront.
Kids from Detroit received more than 4,000 free books as part of our GM Reading &...